Principal Product Innovation Lead

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security. The Principal Product Innovation Lead serves as the technical and strategic bridge between Business Development, Government Relations, Advanced Programs, and Engineering to identify, shape, and mature new business opportunities into executable programs. Working closely with the Vice President of Advanced Programs and Engineering leadership, this role is responsible for aligning emerging business opportunities with Stratolaunch's internal technology investments and developing a pipeline to successfully transition IR&D efforts into customer-funded programs. The position partners across technical and business organizations to ensure new concepts are aligned with strategic priorities, positioned to meet customer needs, and prepared for successful program execution. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical engineering background combined with experience in product strategy, customer engagement, and business growth within the national security and aerospace sectors. This individual will help transform emerging technologies into operational capabilities while supporting Stratolaunch's long-term growth strategy. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Partner with Business Development, Government Relations, Advanced Programs, and Engineering leadership to identify and mature new business opportunities. Work closely with the Vice President of Advanced Programs and Engineering leadership to identify customer funding paths that transition IR&D investments into active programs. Align emerging customer opportunities with Stratolaunch's technology roadm